MAY  2008 : NEWSLETTER
June Sale!! Don't forget about our Huge Annual June Sale coming up.  Most items will be marked 10 to 20 percent off.  Keep checking for more details.

 

School Art Competition Pictures of the Finalists and the Winners of each category for the 2008 School Art Competition have been posted on the Art Educators page.

Thanks to all the students that entered and all of the schools and teachers that participated.  We have had a great time with the contest and have been amazed at the talent and individuality shown from all the young artists. 

 

New L&R Website GalleryCheck out our new website gallery.  Click on Gallery (far right) above.  Besides showing some of our work, we will be featuring a different guest artist every few months.  Our first guest is Bari Precious, a wonderfully talented potter from Marshfield, MO.

 

Raku T-Shirt Contest Winner

    

Congratulations to Paul York for this year's winning T-shirt entry.  He won 500 lbs. of clay and a free T-shirt.  Shirts are $10 each and we still have a few left if you didn't get yours on Sunday.  Sizes are limited, so hurry!

Thanks to all the participants in our contest.  Start dreaming and scheming for 2008.

 

17th Annual Raku Fest A Success On the first Sunday in November (the 4th), we had our annual Raku Fest here at L&R in Nixa, MO.  We couldn't have paid for a nicer day.  The food was plentiful and great, as always, and the raku pieces were coming out fast and beautiful all day long.  We want to thank all the students and friends that pitched in to help out.  A special thanks to Al & Pat Roman with the Nixa Area Art Council for getting the posters made and put up.  You two did a great job with the wax and glazes. We couldn't have done it without all of you!  We have posted new pictures on our Raku Day webpage, so be sure to check it out.  Click on "Kilns" page above, then click on "Raku Days."    Once again, thanks to everyone that helped, brought food, and participated.  We hope to see everyone back next year.
 

 

Note from Jerry I would like to tell all my friends and customers that I have not sold L&R Specialties. I have only semi-retired, so Rita is now running L&R, and she is doing a fine job. However, I am still in touch with Rita and the staff at L&R, usually daily, and I am in and out from time to time. I do keep up on the goings on, not only with L&R, but with the clay world in general as well.

L&R has been my life for 17 years, and I hope to be here for many years to come. I would like to thank all my many friends for their support through the years and I hope we will have many more.

Once again, thank you & all the best.

Jerry Roberts: still the proud owner of L&R Specialties.

 

First Friday Night Art Walk On the first Friday of every month throughout Springfield's downtown galleries, artist's studios, and other venues, you can view and purchase the latest sculpture, pottery, blown glass, photography, paintings, and more. There is also a wide selection of great restaurants, refreshing beverages, and plenty of live music.  Come see the exciting side of Springfield, MO. Several Commercial Street venues have been added to First Friday Art walk with free shuttles running between downtown and Commercial. For more information on Springfield events visit www.itsalldowntown.com

 

Pottery classes: CLAY LIKE A KID AGAIN!!

Next Beginners Class will be starting after first of year.  Exact date not set yet.   Call or stop by to register.  Space fills up quick.

This class meets Monday evenings for six weeks and teaches the basics of wheel throwing. The class includes 25 lbs of clay and a pottery tool kit. You will learn how to center, open, pull up a cylinder, and trim your pieces. You get to glaze all your "keepers" at the end of the session. No prior experience necessary .

Fee: $ 125.00.  Deposit $60.00 to save a spot. class space is limited; ages 12 and up.

 

Intermediate / Advanced Pottery Class

Next Intermediate / Advanced Pottery Class will be starting after first of year.  Keep watching for starting date.  Sign up quick.

Classes are also six weeks expanding on basic skills. In this class you will learn techniques for functional pieces, handles, sectional pieces, lids, etc. Before registering for this class, you need to master the basic throwing skills and be able to center the clay easily. Please call us if you are interested.

Fee: $ 125.00 deposit $60.00 to save a Spot. class space is limited; ages 12 and up

 

Hand-Building Class Don't have a wheel? How about Hand building?

Call for details and next possible starting date.

Class size is limited to 7 students, refund will be issued 14 days prior to class. L&R reserves the right to cancel class if student enrollment is not met.

 

L&R Gift Certificate Can't decide what to get for the Holidays? Why not give that artist a gift certificate? It is a great way to celebrate the holidays, birthdays, Mothers' Day, or any day. Certificates are available in any denomination and are good for any merchandise in our store, included classes and kiln firings.

 

Nixa Area Arts Council Encouraging Arts & Creativity

The Nixa Area Arts Council is a non-profit organization established to create and support art programs that strengthen the community and enrich the lives of Nixa area residents. For more information please contact 417-830-6802

 

Art Educators Welcome back Art Educators.   We have a new Link for Art Educators with more information on upcoming workshops and our 2nd Annual Art Competition!
  

 

Help Wanted

Engler's Block in Branson, looking for part time help in the Pottery shop. Job description: Demonstrator on the pottery wheel / clerk. If interested please call Helen @ 573-364-3799 or cell # 573-578-2196. Shop hours 9-6 pm.

 

Silver Dollar City in Branson, MO is looking for Potters for production and demonstrators. Please call Sara at 417-338-8168.

 

Eureka Springs School of the Arts

To view the ESSA 2008 Schedule of Events, or to register, go to www.esartschool.org.  For more information, call: 479-253-5384.

Classes offered in Precious Metal Clay, Figure Drawing, Watercolor, Wood Turning, Oils, Clay: Sculpture and Wheel Throwing, Weaving, & More.

Classified Ads

If you would like us to advertise your used equipment for free, please email us at claydogs@aol.com or give us a call at 417-725-2606.
  • New L&L E23S with furniture kit only $1896. New L&L E23T with furniture kit only $2300. Both kilns fully programmable. 240V, 1 phase. Come by store showroom to see.  (For more information on these two kilns, go to our L&L kiln page)

     

  • The New Shimpo VL-Lite is here at L&R. Get yours quick.   Hard to keep these in stock!  Retail:$645.00.  Special Price: $620 with choice of either  a masonite bat and pottery tool kit, or 50 lbs of clay.

     

  • Brand New Olympic 2327G Gas Kiln, 7 cubic feet, cone 10, never fired, includes shelves and furn. Also a Creative Industries Clay Boss Wheel with splash guard, slightly used.  Asking $1000 for both, or $600 for the kiln and $400 for the wheel.  Contact John Campbell in Eureka Springs, AR at 603-380-2771, 870-423-4480,  or email him at hipiejonl@yahoo.com.

     

  • Peterson Kick Wheel with 1/4 HP electric motor drive.  Similar to Brent EJ.  Works well.  10 plaster bats, tools, and a lot more, all for $400 OBO.  Contact Doug Leigh at 417-865-2651, leave message, or email: dvm1964@sbcglobal.net.

     

  • Paragon A-82B Kiln in our showroom without kilnsitter for $300.00.  It would be great for small projects or glass slumping.

     

  • Paragon kiln A82B $450.00. For more information call Nancy Paddock at 479-253-5249 or email her at: npaddock@arkansas.net.

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  • Cress FX-911 P Kiln 115v, 15 amp.  Great size for jewelry, glass, or testing glazes.  $250.00  Contact Pat Hight at 417-256-4409.

     

  • Ball Mill Press and Blunger (1200 lbs clay to make slip) call Fraser Clayworks @ 870-492-5031 Mountain Home, AR area.

     

  • Brent SRC slab roller with legs, used very little and in great condition for sale, $400. Located in Cape Girardeau, MO. Buyer must pick up. Contact Pam @ 573-225-6428.

     

  • Knight kiln model 82; good condition; call if interested, make offer, call Joe at 479-253-4069 in Eureka Springs, AR.

     

  • Albany Slip $3.00 lb. Please call 417-869-3658, ask for Paul. Only 35 lbs left.

     

  • FINE-ART Metal Enameling kiln with supplies $125.00.  Come by the store to see.

     

  • Having trouble keeping up with production demands? Let Fraser Clayworks provide your bisque in your clay body. Hydraulic pressing, slip casting, and mold making. 14 years experience.  Contact  Fraser Clayworks at 870-492-5031, email at fraserclayworks@coxinternet.com or visit their site at fraserclayworks.com.

     

  • Basket Weaving Classes Now Forming! Please call 417-294-2745 or email Paula Gillispie at: baskethead101@yahoo.com for time and dates.  Classes are held in the Branson, Springfield, and Lebanon, MO areas. 

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  • Brand New Bead and Pottery Studio with Great Atmosphere - Beads, Pots, and What Not's in Lebanon, MO is offering beginner slab and coil classes for March/April! Located Near Senior Peppers in the Twin Oaks Center. Call 417-533-5500 or 866-479-4770 for more details. Also Join Up for Paint Your Own Pottery Groups and Raku Nights! www.beadspotsandwhatnots.net.

     

  • Go Primitive!  Shane Norman says he has found a pure clay deposit so clean you can use it straight from the ground.  Harrisonville, MO area.  Call for details at 660-238-7755.

     

  • Ceramic Studio Equipment for Sale: 2 Kilns, 500 molds, 250 asst. paints & glazes, 2 Air Sprayers, and Pour Table. Call Amber at 417-864-6772.

     

  • Ceramic Business For Sale: Approx. 4200 molds, hundreds of bottles of paints and glazes, thousands of pieces of greenware, 2 kilns, 1 pouring table, large quantity of decals and a variety of accessories.  Everything to start your own shop. $10,000 or best offer. Call 1-417-782-0760 after 5 p.m. E-mail at frontporch@cstn.net.

     

  • Shimpo RK2 Potter's Wheel, has new belt and comes with several masonite bats.  Works, but is noisy . . . might need new rubber cone.  $300 or trade for working kiln.  Contact Gary in Aurora, MO at 417-846-5942.

 

UP COMING EVENTS If you like us to list your upcoming events please email us at claydogs@aol.com subject line Events.
MAY 16-18

 Plumb Nellie Days 35th Annual Hillbilly Festival & Craft Show.  Downtown Branson, MO.  Crafters from around the Midwest join in this Ozark heritage event that celebrates our tradition of fine hand crafted products.  Free Admission.

For more information on event, or for renting a booth, contact Paula at 417-334-1548.

SEPTEMBER 18-21

35th Annual Autumn Daze Craft Festival.  Held in the heart of downtown Branson, MO with over 150 crafters.  Free Admission.

For more information on event, or for renting a booth, contact Paula at 417-334-1548.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22nd

       (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

1st Annual Ozark Community Crafts Fest.  Sponsored by the Cosmopolitan Club of Ozark, MO.  Location: Ozark Junior High School, 1109 W. Jackson Street, Ozark, MO 65721.  If you have questions, or need booth information, call Peg McLerran at 417-581-6881 or visit their web site at www.ozarkccf.org.

 (Do not call the Ozark Jr. High School!!)

 

 

Out of State Workshops

Red Lodge Clay Center, Call (406) 446-3993 or visit www.redlodgeclaycenter.com for more information.

 

MudFire Clayworks, Call (404)377-8033 or visit their website at www.mudfire.com located in Decatur, GA.